UFO seen over Miami Florida in 1957

Summary

An electrical engineer in Miami observed an object in the sky for 30 minutes on January 9, 1957. The object appeared at an elevation of 20 degrees and seemed to orbit in the same spot. The witness noted that the object glowed in red and green colors, making it stand out clearly in the sky. Despite the long observation time, no sounds were recorded and no optical aids were used. The operations officer concluded it was likely an evening star, with its apparent movement and twinkling caused by evening haze. However, the description of colors and the object's apparent stillness generated some confusion.

The official report does not include photographs or radar data, limiting the analysis capacity. The witness, a 30-year-old man, stated he noticed the object while looking up at the sky without any devices. Although other possibilities such as balloons or aircraft were considered, there was no conclusive evidence. The case was classified as "insufficient for evaluation," leaving open the possibility that it was an unidentified phenomenon.